Appalachian National Scenic Trail
20.4 mi
Distance
4,177 ft
Elev. Gain
8h 54m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Appalachian National Scenic Trail is a point-to-point trail in Blue Ridge Parkway, managed by the National Park Service, in Rockbridge County, Virginia. It is 20 miles long and gains 4,177 feet. The surface is dirt. The nearest town is Glasgow, Virginia, about 4 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 755 ft |
| High point | 18.7 mi | 1,014 ft |
| End | 20.4 mi | 702 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by National Park Service
Source of truth
- Blue Ridge Parkway — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Glasgow, VA · about 4 mi away
- County:
- Rockbridge County, VA
- Jurisdiction:
- Blue Ridge Parkway · National Park Service
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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